OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: Tax equation for rentals and sharesStocks are an investment taxed in much the same way as rental property. Neither has a clear tax advantage10 May 05:30 PM
OpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: Insurance you didn't know you neededIf that ancient tree on your property was blown down in the wind and took the power lines or your neighbour's fence down, who would pay for the damage?10 May 05:30 PM
Personal FinanceInvesting in shares: Part 4How long should I hold on to my shares? What are the most common mistakes made by first-time investors?08 May 09:00 PM
Personal FinanceInvesting in shares - Beginner's guide: Part 3How do I choose which companies to invest in? And what does it mean to have a diversified portfolio?07 May 08:50 PM
OpinionBlair Turnbull: Towards a shareholder societyThere are clear signs KiwiSaver is growing our retirement savings, but will it boost our capital markets? asks Blair Turnbull.07 May 05:30 PM
Personal FinanceInvesting in shares: Part 2Today we launch part two of our latest video series, a beginner's guide to investing in shares.06 May 08:35 PM
OpinionHelen TwoseHelen Twose: Aussie transfer won't buy houseMy partner and I have recently moved back to New Zealand after spending two years away working in Australia.06 May 05:30 PM
InvestmentRoll up for bowling club apartmentsFourteen apartments, starting from $1.25 million, will be built on the Ponsonby Bowling Club site in Herne Bay in Auckland.06 May 05:30 PM
Personal FinanceHow to invest in shares: Part 1Today we launch part one of our latest video series - a beginner's guide to investing in the sharemarket.05 May 08:35 PM
OpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: Key ways to save yourself from troubleMoney advice often comes with a lashing of snake oil. Those wanting you to follow their advice have an investment to sell. And the advice is tailored to their marketing pitch.03 May 05:30 PM
OpinionMary Holm: Weigh risk with worst case scenarioMary Holm answers your personal finance questions.03 May 05:30 PM
OpinionMary Holm: If you don't understand it, steer clearSales pitch can be convincing but too often complicated investments are much riskier than portrayed26 Apr 05:30 PM
Personal FinanceFloat price range tipped to stayThe political furore over the partial privatisation of Mighty River Power will put downward pressure on the final price paid for shares in the electricity generator and retailer.26 Apr 05:30 PM
Personal FinanceAlleged credit card fraudster travelled to NZ on fake passportsA man arrested in Australia for "significant'' credit card fraud is alleged to have used money fleeced from bank accounts to travel to New Zealand on fake passports.25 Apr 12:25 AM
InvestmentMerger in pipeline for industrial investorsA Property For Industry investor is waiting for more information on a proposal to almost double the size of the $382.2 million NZX-listed business.15 Apr 05:30 PM
OpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Politicians key to fixing housing bubbleBusiness editor Liam Dann is stumped as to what possible benefit the rise in the value of his house offers him.14 Apr 05:30 PM
InvestmentLocals demand quality housingLynette O'Brien supports intensification of Papatoetoe so long as it is not like the "concrete jungle" of stucco townhouses in Shirley Rd.14 Apr 05:30 PM
OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: Dip in Mighty River merits a lookMary Holm answers your investment questions.12 Apr 05:30 PM
TaxFreeze order against Dragon's Den companyIRD has this morning obtained freezing orders over property in a company directed by Paul Webb, a former Dragon's Den judge.10 Apr 11:20 PM
OpinionIona McCarthy: Big dry shows risk of investing in agricultureCapital growth has always been an important factor in successful dairy farm investment, but it would be unwise for investors to assume land prices always go up.08 Apr 05:30 PM
